Funeral directors and embalmers

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Overview

Funeral directors co-ordinate and arrange all aspects of funeral services. Embalmers prepare the remains of deceased persons for public visitation and burial. Funeral directors and embalmers are employed by funeral homes.

Common titles for this occupation: apprentice embalmer, assistant funeral director, embalmer, embalmer apprentice, funeral director...

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